Robert E. Shivers

Dec. 27, 1947 - May 7, 2006

Dec. 27, 1947 - May 7, 2006

May 09, 2006

Robert Â?ShagÂ? Edward Shivers, 58, of Dowagiac, MI. Robert's life began December 27, 1947, in Trenton, TN, the son of Morgan Shivers Sr. and Verna Mai (Patterson) Hardin. The family moved to Dowagiac when Robert was in 6th grade and he finished his education at Dowagiac Union High School where he played football, wrestled, and excelled in track and field. Robert was united in marriage to the former Barbara Hibler on September 7, 1968, in Dowagiac. Robert worked for the Clark Equipment Company in Buchanan until their closing, then he was employed by Turf Services. Robert enjoyed being outdoors, whether he was hunting, fishing, or tending to the garden he was so proud of. He was a renowned BBQ cook and his outgoing and friendly nature earned him many friends. Robert was a member of the Kingdom Hall of the Jehovah's Witnesses in Dowagiac. His greatest joy was his family which includes his wife, Barbara; two sons, Robert Edward Shivers Jr. and Darryl Damond Shivers; his granddaughter, Daria J'kay Shivers of Dowagiac; and one brother, Morgan Shivers Jr., all of Dowagiac. Robert passed away in his home on Sunday morning, May 7, 2006, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, John and Oliver Shivers; and two special grandmothers, Peulah Barnum and Betty Beard. His family will meet friends on Thursday, May 11th, from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Groner Funeral Home and Cremation Service where his funeral service will be held on Friday, May 12th, at 1 p.m., led by Brother Bobby Hackett. Robert will be laid to rest at Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions in his name may be made to the family in care of Barbara. Condolence messages may be left on his obituary page at www.gronerfuneralhome.com.